6. Consistency: Too Loose
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Soft stool is typically associated with diarrhea, in which your digestive system is expelling waste from the body too rapidly. If food is moving through your system too quickly, your body might not be absorbing enough water or nutrients, which could lead to other health problems.
Loose stool is often caused by a temporary diet change, such as starting a cleanse, but it could also be attributed to too much fiber in the system or even an infection. Find a better balance in your fiber diet, drink less water and/or alcohol, and try to eat more foods like bananas and rice.
7. Size
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Remember: the go should be a comfortable process. That being said, the size of your stool should be medium and elongated, a sign that it has passed through your body easily. Don’t be afraid to peek at the toilet after you’ve gone to make sure that your plumbing is working fine!
8. Shape
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A healthy bowel movement, aside from being medium-sized and elongated, should be torpedo shaped. That’s right: little poop missiles are a sure sign that everything is working well inside. Other shapes and consistencies could be a sign that something’s up, so let’s break it down:
Stool that is too hard, dry, or large is another sign of constipation and an indicator that you should be drinking more water. This could also be caused by certain medications.
If your waste is coming out too thin, this could be a sign of some sort of blockage in your colon. Consistently thin stool could even indicate colon cancer, so if you notice this over a long period of time, consult your doctor.